ar AR and VR Face Crucial Transition Before 2020 Rebirth The current generation of augmented and virtual reality struggles to find a mass market, with mixed smartglasses sales and declining VR units. Analysts predict a necessary industry shakeout in 2019 before a major inflection point arrives in late 2020.
ces 2019 Mental Wellness Gadgets Emerge as Dominant Trend at CES 2019 Mental well-being technology explodes at CES 2019, with countless startups showcasing meditation and sleep devices. The trend follows the natural evolution from physical fitness trackers to tools aimed at soothing our tech-overloaded minds.
samsung Samsung Tests Wearable GEMS Exoskeletons at CES 2019 Samsung showcases its GEMS line of wearable exoskeletons designed to assist walking and build strength. The hip-mounted device provides noticeable resistance and assistance, though the tech giant's long-term plans remain unclear.
motiv Motiv Fitness Ring Gains NFC Payments and ECG Tracking Motiv announces NFC-based mobile payments and ECG readings for its tiny fitness ring, utilizing biometric security to protect financial transactions.
aftershokz AfterShokz Introduces Bone Conduction Audio Sunglasses at CES AfterShokz reveals OptiShokz, a new sub-brand that brings bone conduction audio technology to active sunglasses. The first product, called Revvez, launches via Indiegogo in mid-February.
xiaomi Xiaomi Buys Stake in TCL to Boost Smart TV and Chip Development Xiaomi acquires a 0.48 percent stake in major TV manufacturer TCL, strengthening a strategic partnership focused on chip research and smart device integration.
ellcie Smart Glasses Use Sensors to Detect Drowsy Driving Ellcie's new smart glasses feature 15 sensors that track head nods, blinks, and yawns to warn drivers before they fall asleep at the wheel.
marc andreessen Marc Andreessen Predicts Audio Boom and VR Dominance Over AR In a recent a16z podcast, Marc Andreessen explains why audio technology and body sensors are poised to become massive markets. He also makes the bold claim that virtual reality will eventually dwarf augmented reality by a factor of one thousand.
google Google's Project Soli Gets FCC Approval for Radar-Based Motion Sensing Google's Project Soli earns FCC approval to operate its radar-based motion sensors at higher power levels, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for consumer integration.
apple Apple Lowers Q1 Revenue Guidance Amid China Slowdown and Weak iPhone Sales Apple revises its first-quarter revenue expectations down to $84 billion, citing unexpected economic deceleration in Greater China and fewer iPhone upgrades. Non-phone product categories grow by 19 percent, but this increase is not enough to offset the smartphone decline.